About Tswalu

About Tswalu

Tswalu Kalahari is South Africa’s largest private game reserve which spans over 1000 square kilometers and is owned by the well-known Oppenheimer family. Tswalu offers guests a luxury safari experiences but its primary aim is conservation and socio economic development in the region. The current conservation contribution and future conservation potential of this property is immeasurable.

Tswalu Kalahari aims to make a contribution to conservation through the restoration of the natural environment and ecological processes that define the Kalahari ecosystems, offering a safe haven to endangered species while also providing habitat for the protection of the region’s unique bio-diversity.

All activities on Tswalu are guided by Tswalu’s environmental and social responsibility philosophies, including architectural designs that minimise water and energy usage, extensive use of solar energy and an established practice of recycling most of our waste.

To be a leader in this demanding industry takes determination and concerted effort - in acknowledgement, Tswalu Kalahari has been awarded numerous awards for their outstanding conservation and hospitality achievements.

Awards & Accolades

  • National Geographic Adventure Magazine’s Top 50 Eco-Lodges 2009
  • US Conde’ Nast Traveler 2007 World Savers Award
  • Winner First Choice Responsible Tourism Award - Best for Conservation of Endangered Species 2006
  • Winner of the prestigious Relais & Chateaux Global Environmental Trophy 2006
  • Member of the Diamond Birding Route
  • AA Travel Guide - Gold Achiever Award 2006
  • AA Travel Guide Winner - Best Lodge 2005
  • AA Travel Guide - Gold Achiever Award 2004
  • Winner of the Andrew Harper 2000 - Grand Annual Award
  • Relais & Chateaux Member